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Metropolitan Police involvement in local council licensing decisions, including recent objections to alcohol sales, is a current focus.
The Metropolitan Police, as the territorial police force for Greater London, are currently involved in local council licensing decisions. In August 2026, Kensington and Chelsea Council's Licensing Sub-Committee reviewed a Temporary Event Notice for alcohol sales at 152 Ladbroke Grove, following objections from the Metropolitan Police.
Westminster City Council's Licensing Sub-Committee also postponed a decision in April 2026 on a new premises licence for Leconfield House on Curzon Street, which sought permission for alcohol sales and late-night refreshment. This hearing had previously been adjourned in March 2026 to allow an objector's representative time to recover.
Further licensing applications, where the Metropolitan Police may be involved in discussions, are scheduled to be considered by a Bromley Council Licensing Sub-Committee in October 2026. The Met's involvement typically includes reviewing applications and raising concerns related to public safety or crime prevention.
Key facts
- The Metropolitan Police objected to a Temporary Event Notice for alcohol sales at 152 Ladbroke Grove in August 2026. Source
- Kensington and Chelsea Council's Licensing Sub-Committee reviewed the 152 Ladbroke Grove TEN in August 2026. Source
- Westminster City Council's Licensing Sub-Committee postponed a decision on a Leconfield House licence in April 2026. Source
- A Leconfield House licence hearing was adjourned by Westminster City Council in March 2026. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.